At every career stage, your CV is an important tool in your job search. It remains the most common way to introduce yourself to employers or recruitment agencies. Here are some best practices to optimise your CV and help you get in the door.

In today's electronic age it is easy to forget the basic courtesies of applying for a job. E-mailed applications should be treated no differently from snail mailed applications, and the importance of well-written cover letter should never be underestimated.